The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect in an assault that occurred in Northwest.

On September 19, 2026, in the 3200 block of 14th Street, Northwest, the suspect approached the victim while brandishing a firearm, and a struggle for control of the weapon ensued, during which the suspect struck the victim with the firearm. The suspect then fled the scene. The victim self-transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

This incident was reported to First District officers on Thursday, October 29, 2026, and investigated by Third District detectives who were notified of the assault and able to develop investigative leads and identify the suspect.

As a result of the detectives' investigation, on November 7, 2026, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 22-year-old Juma Michael Adams, of Northeast, D.C., was arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun-Pistol Whip).

CCN: 26155439

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